Best smoker barges 1-5 large [Vol 14]
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CharlesdeGaulle said:
Chaps, a slightly random request. I need a phone holder that clips securely into the Lexus vents so that I can use maps. I seem to recall from the mists of time that someone recommended one to (I think) Speckled Jim; does anyone know, or can you recommend something else please?
Sorry for the slow response. I was very happy with the MegaMount as recommended by someone else here. Slightly disappointed that it wasn’t a character from the post-watershed version of Transformers, but as a phone holder it’s bloody great.
https://megamount.co.uk/collections/home-collectio...
Edited by SpeckledJim on Sunday 25th August 06:25
SpeckledJim said:
Sorry for the slow response. I was very happy with the MegaMount as recommended by someone else here.
Slightly disappointed that it wasn’t a character from the post-watershed version of Transformers, but as a phone holder it’s bloody great.
https://megamount.co.uk/collections/home-collectio...
Thanks to all those who responded with the various recommendations; I'll try one of the MegaMounts. This thread truly is the font of all (important) knowledge. Slightly disappointed that it wasn’t a character from the post-watershed version of Transformers, but as a phone holder it’s bloody great.
https://megamount.co.uk/collections/home-collectio...
Baked_bean said:
Been to a wedding reception this evening and thought it would be rude not to take my W124, now a passenger as I have had a few beers but it was lovely in the sunshine driving over (140 mile round trip).
Gratuitous shot:
Great picture. This car, and 0a's, reminds me of how much I miss mine. They really are under-stated and classy, to my eyes at least. Gratuitous shot:
Hi All,
Reluctantly going to sell my W124
Expecting another baby in October and what with the dogs we won't all fit in my wife's Volvo V40 or the Merc so I'm going to buy an estate.
It's been flawless in the 14 months I've owned it and don't want to sell it but I don't have space and would need the money to put towards my next car.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/w12...
Reluctantly going to sell my W124
Expecting another baby in October and what with the dogs we won't all fit in my wife's Volvo V40 or the Merc so I'm going to buy an estate.
It's been flawless in the 14 months I've owned it and don't want to sell it but I don't have space and would need the money to put towards my next car.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/w12...
Scootersp said:
It was a little over the thread budget but that's mainly due to its low miles, and it's worth it for its V8 manualness!
Bork factor there for sure but a number of the known issues can be diy'd with time and patience (and YouTube!) and all these cars have their elements of risk.
Meanwhile I am under the bonnet of the E39 swearing (not too much) and dealing with rounded torx screws
Edited by tobinen on Sunday 25th August 09:55
Edited by tobinen on Sunday 25th August 09:55
Joeseppi said:
Hi All,
Reluctantly going to sell my W124
Expecting another baby in October and what with the dogs we won't all fit in my wife's Volvo V40 or the Merc so I'm going to buy an estate.
It's been flawless in the 14 months I've owned it and don't want to sell it but I don't have space and would need the money to put towards my next car.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/w12...
Good luck with the sale, looks like a well cared for example. Reluctantly going to sell my W124
Expecting another baby in October and what with the dogs we won't all fit in my wife's Volvo V40 or the Merc so I'm going to buy an estate.
It's been flawless in the 14 months I've owned it and don't want to sell it but I don't have space and would need the money to put towards my next car.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/w12...
Joeseppi said:
That looks fantastic. Really only 61k? That must be the lowest mileage one in existence! I doubt you'll be seeking a buyer for long with that, even without aircon. CharlesdeGaulle said:
That looks fantastic. Really only 61k? That must be the lowest mileage one in existence! I doubt you'll be seeking a buyer for long with that, even without aircon.
Thanks sparks/CDG. Yeah even without a/c it's nice wafting along with all the windows down and the sunroof open burning my bald head 
Integroo said:
Threadists.
How much money do you spend on cosmetics for your barges?
The 156 could do with the bodykit being taken off, fixed and refitted. Suspect that would be 400 to 600 quid.
It has a small dent that could do with being pulled, and could do with some minor paint around the edges of the boot lid. 150 to 200?
It has the window seal that needs fixed and the loose wing mirror. 200?
It could do with a machine polish to bring the paint back to life - 400 to 600?
Plus if one was being very picky, a smart repair on the passenger seat bolster - 200?
If i do all of them, im suddenly 1.5k into a two and a half grand car ... that i've not yet decided i love or know is solid. All are merely minor cosmetic issues independently - car looks good from 5 feet. It's just the detail.
Thoughts?
As others have mentioned, you need to make sure you will keep it before dealing with the none essentials.How much money do you spend on cosmetics for your barges?
The 156 could do with the bodykit being taken off, fixed and refitted. Suspect that would be 400 to 600 quid.
It has a small dent that could do with being pulled, and could do with some minor paint around the edges of the boot lid. 150 to 200?
It has the window seal that needs fixed and the loose wing mirror. 200?
It could do with a machine polish to bring the paint back to life - 400 to 600?
Plus if one was being very picky, a smart repair on the passenger seat bolster - 200?
If i do all of them, im suddenly 1.5k into a two and a half grand car ... that i've not yet decided i love or know is solid. All are merely minor cosmetic issues independently - car looks good from 5 feet. It's just the detail.
Thoughts?
Sort the tyres - they are an economical size and you dont need Cup Sport Super Slicks on it. Any mid range performance tyre will be fine.
Any other mechanical issues which will spoil your enjoyment? Brakes / cambelt / oil change / next MOT?
Once you’ve sorted those and had it a few months you will know if you want to spend the money on the cosmetics.
Some leather conditioner will help the seats along if they haven’t properly cracked through. Gliptone or similar.
RicksAlfas said:
As others have mentioned, you need to make sure you will keep it before dealing with the none essentials.
Sort the tyres - they are an economical size and you dont need Cup Sport Super Slicks on it. Any mid range performance tyre will be fine.
Any other mechanical issues which will spoil your enjoyment? Brakes / cambelt / oil change / next MOT?
Once you’ve sorted those and had it a few months you will know if you want to spend the money on the cosmetics.
Some leather conditioner will help the seats along if they haven’t properly cracked through. Gliptone or similar.
Cheers. I am having 4 x Michelin PS4s fitted Thursday. I am now trying to sort a new stereo but the wiring is causing me a headache. Brakes, cambelt, waterpump, major service done in May. I wonder whether suspension could do with a refresh given it was off the road 7 years - drives well, suspension is a little soft/wallowy but they may all be like that. Need to get it onto an open road to see what it is like.Sort the tyres - they are an economical size and you dont need Cup Sport Super Slicks on it. Any mid range performance tyre will be fine.
Any other mechanical issues which will spoil your enjoyment? Brakes / cambelt / oil change / next MOT?
Once you’ve sorted those and had it a few months you will know if you want to spend the money on the cosmetics.
Some leather conditioner will help the seats along if they haven’t properly cracked through. Gliptone or similar.
Lovely for mosying around London this morning though!
Integroo said:
RicksAlfas said:
As others have mentioned, you need to make sure you will keep it before dealing with the none essentials.
Sort the tyres - they are an economical size and you dont need Cup Sport Super Slicks on it. Any mid range performance tyre will be fine.
Any other mechanical issues which will spoil your enjoyment? Brakes / cambelt / oil change / next MOT?
Once you’ve sorted those and had it a few months you will know if you want to spend the money on the cosmetics.
Some leather conditioner will help the seats along if they haven’t properly cracked through. Gliptone or similar.
Cheers. I am having 4 x Michelin PS4s fitted Thursday. I am now trying to sort a new stereo but the wiring is causing me a headache. Brakes, cambelt, waterpump, major service done in May. I wonder whether suspension could do with a refresh given it was off the road 7 years - drives well, suspension is a little soft/wallowy but they may all be like that. Need to get it onto an open road to see what it is like.Sort the tyres - they are an economical size and you dont need Cup Sport Super Slicks on it. Any mid range performance tyre will be fine.
Any other mechanical issues which will spoil your enjoyment? Brakes / cambelt / oil change / next MOT?
Once you’ve sorted those and had it a few months you will know if you want to spend the money on the cosmetics.
Some leather conditioner will help the seats along if they haven’t properly cracked through. Gliptone or similar.
Lovely for mosying around London this morning though!
Joeseppi said:
Hi All,
Reluctantly going to sell my W124
Expecting another baby in October and what with the dogs we won't all fit in my wife's Volvo V40 or the Merc so I'm going to buy an estate.
It's been flawless in the 14 months I've owned it and don't want to sell it but I don't have space and would need the money to put towards my next car.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/w12...
That looks great. It is well priced as well. Tempting to buy and store as they are not making any more W124s!Reluctantly going to sell my W124
Expecting another baby in October and what with the dogs we won't all fit in my wife's Volvo V40 or the Merc so I'm going to buy an estate.
It's been flawless in the 14 months I've owned it and don't want to sell it but I don't have space and would need the money to put towards my next car.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/w12...
Joeseppi said:
Hi All,
Reluctantly going to sell my W124
Expecting another baby in October and what with the dogs we won't all fit in my wife's Volvo V40 or the Merc so I'm going to buy an estate.
It's been flawless in the 14 months I've owned it and don't want to sell it but I don't have space and would need the money to put towards my next car.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/w12...
You are dangerously nearby. If that was a bornite 2.0l I may have been involved in a bank holiday domestic with mywife... Pet marra why aye!Reluctantly going to sell my W124
Expecting another baby in October and what with the dogs we won't all fit in my wife's Volvo V40 or the Merc so I'm going to buy an estate.
It's been flawless in the 14 months I've owned it and don't want to sell it but I don't have space and would need the money to put towards my next car.
https://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-motorbikes/w12...
Jim the Sunderer said:
You are dangerously nearby. If that was a bornite 2.0l I may have been involved in a bank holiday domestic with mywife... Pet marra why aye!
Surely you would want the big 2.6 over a little 2 litre? And that colour is gorgeous. And that interior... 
I like that a lot!
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